John Mozeliak watches the spring training game between the Washington Nationals and the St. Louis Cardinals at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
The St Louis Cardinals gave serious thought to the idea of signing Cole Hamels. It turns out they dodged a bullet by not landing him.
In July, the St. Louis Cardinals were bargain shopping for starting pitchers. They ended up acquiring left-handers J.A. Happ and Jon Lester, but considered a plethora of other veteran starters, including Cole Hamels.
All indications are that the Cardinals gave serious thought to the idea of signing Hamels.